Senior Associate, Future Back Venture Platform
Bain & Company · Los Angeles, CA
- On site
- Full-time
- $110,000 / year
- Los Angeles, CA
Job highlights
- Support growing venture fund platform capabilities.
- Execute strategies for portfolio company success.
- Manage fund operations, data, and reporting.
- Develop communications and special projects.
- Collaborate with founders, leadership, and partners.
About the role
About Bain & Company
We are proud to be consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work. We are currently the top ranked consulting firm on Glassdoor Best Place to Work list and have earned the #1 overall spot a record seven times. Extraordinary teams are at the heart of our business strategy, but these don’t happen by chance. They require intentional focus on bringing together a broad set of backgrounds, cultures, experiences, perspectives, and skills in a supportive and inclusive work environment. We hire people with exceptional talent and create an environment in which every individual can thrive professionally and personally.
Who You'll Work With
Future Back Ventures (FBV) is Bain & Company’s venture fund focused on investing in early-stage, promising startups founded or led by Bain alumni. FBV invests alongside leading venture firms and helps portfolio companies access the best of Bain through strategic advisory support, talent, community, introductions, and practical operating resources. As a small, entrepreneurial team inside Bain, FBV combines rigorous investment judgment with hands-on support for founders building the companies of the future.
Where You’ll Fit Within the Team
This is an exciting opportunity to help build and scale the platform capabilities of a growing venture fund within Bain. The person in this role will play a central role in helping FBV deliver differentiated support to portfolio companies while also strengthening the operating infrastructure of the fund. This role is designed for an individual who enjoys moving fluidly between strategy and execution. The associate will work across portfolio support, founder programming, communications, reporting, and fund operations, helping translate FBV’s unique access to Bain’s capabilities into practical value for portfolio companies and other stakeholders. The role will work closely with FBV leadership, Bain internal functions, portfolio company leaders, and selected external partners. Success will require initiative, strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to keep multiple workstreams moving in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.
What You’ll Do
Key responsibilities for this role include:
- Portfolio company support and platform execution (45%) Help design and execute the FBV platform offering for portfolio companies, translating Bain and broader ecosystem resources into tangible support for founders. Coordinate founder support initiatives across areas such as strategic problem solving, market research, talent support, customer introductions, and targeted expert connections. Partner with portfolio companies and internal Bain stakeholders to scope requests, drive follow-through, and capture outcomes and lessons learned. Support the planning and delivery of founder programming, events, and community-building initiatives that strengthen the FBV network.
- Fund operations, portfolio tracking, and reporting (30%) Maintain and own high-quality portfolio and fund data, including company milestones, operating metrics, engagement activity, and materials used for internal planning or Investment Committee updates. Help build and improve repeatable operating processes, templates, and knowledge-management tools that increase the effectiveness of the FBV team. Support recurring reporting and coordination needs across portfolio reviews, investor communications, finance-related workflows, and other operational priorities in partnership with internal stakeholders.
- Communications and special projects (25%) Draft and coordinate portfolio and fund communications, including newsletters, founder updates, website content, and social-media support. Help elevate the visibility of portfolio company milestones and the FBV brand through thoughtful storytelling and well-executed communications. Own or support special projects that advance strategic priorities for the fund, with scope varying based on business need and the associate’s capabilities and interests.
About You
- Bachelors or equivalent undergraduate degree required with strong academic credentials.
- 2-4 years of relevant professional experience in management consulting, startup operations, venture platform, portfolio support, business operations, community building, or a related environment.
- Experience working with founders, high-growth businesses, or entrepreneurial ecosystems is preferred.
- Prior exposure to venture capital, startups, talent/recruiting, marketing, investor communications, or fund operations is helpful but not required.
- Prior experience at Bain & Company is welcome but not required.
Key skills/competency
- Venture Platform
- Portfolio Support
- Fund Operations
- Startup Operations
- Founder Programming
- Community Building
- Business Operations
- Communications
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
Skills & topics
- Venture Capital
- Startup Support
- Portfolio Management
- Management Consulting
- Venture Platform
- Fund Operations
- Associate
- Senior Associate
- Bain & Company
- Venture Fund
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight consulting, startup, or operations experience relevant to venture platforms.
- Showcase your impact: Quantify achievements in portfolio support, fund operations, and communications.
- Emphasize collaboration: Demonstrate ability to work with founders, internal teams, and external partners.
- Prepare for case interviews: Practice strategic problem-solving and operational thinking relevant to startups.
- Research FBV's mission: Understand their focus on Bain alumni founders and their support model.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Future Back Ventures (FBV) platform at Bain & Company?
- Future Back Ventures (FBV) is Bain & Company's venture fund that invests in early-stage startups founded or led by Bain alumni. The platform provides strategic advisory, talent support, community, and operating resources to these portfolio companies.
- What does a Senior Associate, Future Back Venture Platform do?
- This role involves designing and executing support offerings for portfolio companies, managing fund operations and data, and handling communications and special projects to support the growth of the venture fund.
- What experience is preferred for this Senior Associate role?
- Experience in management consulting, startup operations, venture platform management, portfolio support, business operations, or community building is preferred. Working with founders or high-growth businesses is also advantageous.
- Is prior experience in venture capital required for this role?
- Prior exposure to venture capital, startups, talent acquisition, marketing, investor communications, or fund operations is helpful but not strictly required for the Senior Associate, Future Back Venture Platform position.
- What is the work arrangement for this position?
- This position follows a hybrid model, requiring in-office presence at least one day per week, with limited travel as needed.
- What are the benefits of working at Bain & Company?
- Bain offers a comprehensive benefits package including 100% paid employee premiums for medical, dental, and vision, generous paid time off, a 401(k) with company contribution, and wellness programs.
- How does Bain & Company support its employees' professional growth?
- Bain fosters an environment where individuals can thrive professionally and personally, focusing on continuous learning, diverse experiences, and supportive work culture.
- What is the salary range for the Senior Associate, Future Back Venture Platform role?
- The annualized salary range varies by location, with estimates between $94,250 - $141,250, excluding bonuses and other compensation elements. Specific ranges are provided for Atlanta, Chicago, Texas, Boston, Los Angeles, Seattle, Washington D.C., New York, San Francisco, and Silicon Valley.